for free

phrase

: without charge

Examples of for free in a Sentence

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Riders will be able to use Rapid Link for free for a limited time before fares are introduced. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2026 The documentary is now set to release in more than 50 territories before becoming available to stream for free on The Guardian’s website. — Antonio Ferme, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026 Earlier this week, in an unprecedented move, it was announced that The Guardian newspaper will make NAZA available for global audiences for free on its website after its theatrical run in late November. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026 The city not only gets new drainage infrastructure for free but also gets rid of the problematic pond and additional tax revenue when the outlot is developed. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for free

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of for free was in 1937

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“For free.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20free. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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